Our services

Name: LJ Contracting
Address: Winton, Southland, NZ
Telephone: +64 27 232 8203

Drilling Services

We offer reliable drilling services with the right gear for your crop and paddock. From cereals to fodder and grass, our team uses precision tech to get your seed placement spot on for a strong start.

Allen Drill – triple disc drill for cereals, kale, swedes, grass, and grass stitching
Roller Drill – ideal for grass after cultivation, also suitable for kale and turnips
Taege Drill – handles cereals, kale, swedes, grass, and stitching
Precision Planter – used for fodderbeet, swedes, turnips, and maize
Accurate, even seeding for maximum crop potential

Mowing, Raking & Baling

We offer complete baling services including mowing, raking, and baling to produce high-quality baleage, hay, and straw. Our efficient process ensures well-formed, clean bales that store well and support livestock nutrition.

Triple mowers
Rakes
Tedders
Balers

Knives optional for chopped baleage
Film on Film or Net available

Cultivation

We prepare your paddocks with expert ploughing and promoting soil health and ideal conditions for seeding. Whether breaking new ground or rotating crops, we deliver clean, efficient groundwork.

Ploughing
Moleploughing
Discing
Ripper Discing
Speed Discing
Leveller Rolling
Aerating

Fertiliser Application

We offer accurate fertiliser application using GPS-controlled systems that allow for boundary and section control. Our variable rate options provide efficient, targeted application to support crop health and reduce waste.

GPS-guided spreading
Section and boundary control systems
Variable rate fertiliser application
Consistent coverage and nutrient delivery

Mini Digger Hire

We offer a 2.5-ton digger for hire — available with or without an operator. Perfect for small earthworks, trenching, or tidy-up work around the farm.

2.5-ton digger available
Operator hire optional
Ideal for trenching, drainage, and general jobs
Flexible, reliable, and cost-effective
Great for one-off or seasonal projects

Beet Harvesting

We use our dedicated beet harvester, nicknamed “Charlie”, to lift beet cleanly and efficiently across a range of paddock conditions. We also offer an optional beet washing service to remove excess soil and prep your crop for transport or feeding.

“Charlie” the beet harvester for clean, reliable lifting
Optional beet washing service available
Reduces crop waste and improves crop quality
Ideal for fodder beet harvests
Operated by an experienced local crew

Effluent

We provide efficient effluent spreading using reliable slurry systems and tankers, helping you manage waste and return nutrients to your soil safely and effectively.

Orbital spreaders
Weeping walls
Digger available
Muck Spreading

Lane & Drainage Maintenance

We maintain farm lanes and drainage systems to ensure good access and proper water flow across your property. These services are key to preserving paddock condition and year-round usability.

Lane mainteance
Drainage
Moleploughing
Digger avaliable

Extras & Support Services

Alongside our core agricultural work, we offer additional services to support your day-to-day operations with the right gear and reliable help when you need it.

Bale placing- We place bales on crops and paddocks as needed, ideal for feeding out or managing crop paddocks
Tractors and/or trailers available for cartage – e.g. baleage cartage, shifting loads between paddocks, or moving bales from paddock to shed
Flat decks and tip trailers available for various on-farm transport tasks

Why Work With LJ Contracting?

Reliable, Experienced, and Always Ready to Work When You Need Us Most

Locally Trusted
We’re part of the Winton farming community and understand the challenges local landowners face — and how to get results.
Top-Notch Equipment
We use reliable, modern machinery to ensure every job is done efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.
Hands-On Experience
Our crew knows the land because we work it every day. We’ve got the skills and know-how to tackle any task, big or small.
Full-Service Contracting
We do more than just one thing — from drilling and baling to cultivation, fertiliser application, and drainage work, we’re your go-to agricultural partner.

About Us

LJ Contracting is a Winton-based agricultural contracting business offering reliable services including drilling, baling, ploughing, cultivation, fertiliser application, and drainage work. With a focus on quality and community, we proudly support Southland’s rural sector with year-round service and top equipment.